The remainder of the translucent energy continued nourishing his soul. The limit then emerged, this time the translucent energy did not completely break the limit but compressed it, weakening it.
The limit remained, but now it was only seven days, not weeks. In a little over a week, he would be able to absorb the stones again and finally break through to the next stage.
The connection with the book then faded away, returning to its dormant and silent state. The translucent energy disappeared, leaving behind a mind of crystalline clarity and a body filled with newly acquired power.
Kyrian opened his eyes. His eyes flickered with even greater pressure. The habitual crimson remained. Kyrian thought it was right to continue with the blood eyes while he was in the Court.
He took a deep breath, a long and slow sigh that echoed in the silent room. A wave of deep, cold satisfaction flooded him.
